Media Release

Mangaluru, Nov 1: National Unity Day, also known as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas is celebrated every year on October 31, by the people all through India. It is celebrated to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. National Unity Day was introduced by the Government of India in 2014.

The official statement for Rashtriya Ekta Diwas by the Home Ministry of India cites that the National Unity Day 'will provide an opportunity to re-affirm the inherent strength and resilience of our nation to withstand the actual and potential threats to the unity, integrity and security of our country.'

Shakthi Residential School hosted a virtual assembly to mark this special day. The programme began by reminiscing the almighty by Pradyuth Kakkunje followed by the significance of the day shared by Jishmitha Hegde. A Power Point Presentation that speaks in volumes about the struggle and the role of the Iron Man in re-shaping India was highlighted by Bhaskara, Our social science teacher in co-ordination with Swathi Bharath. A quiz competition was organised for the higher grade students about the life of Sardar. Bhavya Amin compered and Sanchay S proposed the vote of thanks.

Our principal Vidya Kamath G, dictated the pledge and the students took an oath to preserve the internal security of their country.